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Recipe of Milcao solito (suitable for vegetarians and vegans)

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Milcao is a traditional preparation from Chiloé made with potatoes, perfect for those looking for a comforting and versatile dish. This version, milcao solito, is suitable for vegetarians and vegans, as it uses 100% vegetable shortening and is fried in oil. Its crispy exterior and soft interior make it an ideal option as a side dish or light main course.

Why you'll love it?

Milcao combines cooked and raw potato, achieving an authentic flavor and a unique texture. It is easy to prepare, with simple and economical ingredients. Also, since it contains no animal products, it is ideal for vegan diets or for those reducing their dairy intake.

Serving ideas

You can enjoy it alone, with a fresh salad, or as a base for other dishes. In Chiloé, it is often served with cracklings or honey, but this vegan version is delicious with a squeeze of lemon or a herb-based sauce. You can also make stuffed versions with vegetables or mushrooms.

Go ahead and prepare this milcao and discover why it is a classic of southern cuisine.

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Recipe of Milcao solito (suitable for vegetarians and vegans)
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Cook

40 min

Servings

20

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    2 kg of potatoes are peeled, chopped and cooked by adding 1 tablespoon of salt.

  2. 2

    It is then ground as if making a puree.

  3. 3

    Then the other 2 kg of potatoes are peeled and chopped to be placed little by little in the juicer (originally the potato is grated, but this version is faster).

  4. 4

    It can help to liquefy the potato with a little water, when ready it goes through a sieve (I used a pillowcase thanks to Bianka Palma's information) I always ran into that part in the recipes.

  5. 5

    When you squeeze the blended raw potatoes, they will look like a dough.

  6. 6

    The cooked and raw potatoes are then mixed together to make the dough.

  7. 7

    And having that ready, the melted butter is added little by little.

  8. 8

    When it is homogenous, balls are made and crushed with care, not too thin, they have to be about 1 cm wide.

  9. 9

    Finally, they fry and share these delights.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to prepare Milcao solito (suitable for vegetarians and vegans)?

This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Milcao solito (suitable for vegetarians and vegans)?

The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 40 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 20 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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